Lake Quivira Kansas Map
Lake Quivira, Kansas — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live National Weather Service conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Lake Quivira, Johnson County.
Interactive Map of Lake Quivira, Kansas
| City | Lake Quivira |
| State | Kansas (KS) |
| County | Johnson |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Central Time (America/Chicago) |
| Latitude | 39.040283 |
| Longitude | -94.776628 |
| Population | 940 |
| Density | 246.4 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
About Lake Quivira, Kansas
Lake Quivira is a locality in Johnson County, Kansas, United States. It is a small community with a population of 940. The population density is 246.4 people per km². Lake Quivira is located at 39.0403°N, 94.7766°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 66217.
Lake Quivira unfurls its shimmering expanse amidst the gently rolling terrain of Johnson County, a place where the prairie begins its subtle surrender to the woodlands. It lies 3.0 miles west of Shawnee, KS (from Shawnee, KS: bearing 268°T), and is situated 7.0 miles north-west of Overland Park. Here, the land rises and falls with a quiet grace, the contours of the earth softened by time and the persistent work of water. Mature oaks and maples, their branches reaching skyward like ancient arms, fringe the shores, their leaves a vibrant green in the summer sun and a fiery spectacle in the autumn. The air, especially in the late afternoon, carries a peculiar sweetness, a blend of damp earth, pine needles, and the distant hum of cicadas, a sound that seems to hold the very essence of the Kansas summer. The history of Lake Quivira is as rich and varied as the landscape it inhabits, a narrative woven from agricultural roots and a vision for a recreational haven. Originally conceived as a private retreat, its development transformed tracts of farmland into a picturesque residential area, drawing those who sought a tranquil escape without venturing too far from the conveniences of greater metropolitan life. The lake itself, a man-made marvel, became the heart of Lake Quivira, fostering a sense of community around its waters. While the surrounding region still bears the marks of its agricultural past, with fields of corn and soybeans stretching towards the horizon, the local economy in Lake Quivira has largely shifted towards service industries and the unique charm of its lakeside living, attracting residents who appreciate the blend of natural beauty and accessible amenities.
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About This Lake Quivira Map Page
This page provides an interactive Google map of Lake Quivira, Kansas with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Lake Quivira and Johnson County. Coordinates and population data are also included.
Location data for Lake Quivira is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity, not name matching alone — ensuring the correct Lake Quivira is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. Location verified by proximity — not name matching alone. |
